We’ve long heard about the GT350 and its magnificent engine. After finally getting some seat time, it’s clear that the Shelby lives up to the hype. Sure, it’s effortlessly fast and a bargain, but the screaming motor and stellar exhaust note is what makes this one of the most special cars on sale.It received updates to make it even quicker for 2019Ford Shelby Mustang G350The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Also, we should note that Ford is coming out with a Shelby GT500 later this year. While it won’t have the crazy redline or insane sound of the flat-plane-crank V-8, it will make over 700 horsepower with the help of a supercharger. The GT350 may be best if you want a pure driver’s car, but the GT500 will officially be the top-dog Mustang when it hits showrooms.PUBLISHED SUN, MAY 19 2019 11:00 AM EDTThe Shelby GT350 is an incredibly fast car with an intoxicating engineH/O: Ford Shelby Mustang G350 3Early thoughts

@MACKLINHOGANThe downside of wide front tires is a phenomenon known as “tramlining.” It’s the tendency of the car to follow grooves in the road, sometimes pulling the vehicle in a direction you don’t want to go. On a drive around Detroit, the GT350 was easily thrown off course by bumps and undulations in the road.Ford Shelby Mustang G350The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 was introduced for the 2016 model year to critical acclaim. Most of the praise went to the massive, 5.2-liter V-8 that’s special to the GT350 and its more-aggressive sibling, the GT350R. Unlike the GT350R, though, the standard-issue Shelby gets some notable upgrades for 2019.Review: Preview of the Shelby Mustang GT350 is fast and fun at $59,000

All of this means that the 2019 GT350 has more grip to maximize performance, especially at high speeds. Outside of performance upgrades, the GT350 now offers a B&O stereo and two new shades of blue.Out on the track, the magnetic dampers and updated tires make good use of the power. The motor is addictively powerful and the chassis is well-suited to handle it, with massive tires allowing you to brake later and get back on the gas sooner. Handling is fantastic, with perfectly weighted steering delivering a lot of feedback.KEY POINTSFirst off, Ford worked with Michelin to design a new set of high-performance tires. When you’re sending 526 horsepower to the rear wheels, bad tires can limit the speed. They’re crucial to the success of any performance car, especially considering that they can improve handling, acceleration and braking.It received updates to make it even quicker for 2019

Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 1There’s also a track mode, which opens up the full throatiness of the exhaust, increases stiffness and tells the traction and stability control systems only to intervene in dire circumstances. It’s a sophisticated and capable track weapon, capable of feats far beyond the reaches of the average buyer.Aerodynamics were also adjusted. The updated Shelby produces less lift at high speeds thanks to a tweaked front end and a new rear spoiler. Buyers can option a “gurney flap,” an extension to the rear spoiler that further increases downforce.Ford Shelby Mustang G350First off, Ford worked with Michelin to design a new set of high-performance tires. When you’re sending 526 horsepower to the rear wheels, bad tires can limit the speed. They’re crucial to the success of any performance car, especially considering that they can improve handling, acceleration and braking.

Source: Ford Motor Co.CNBC | Mack HoganWe’ve long heard about the GT350 and its magnificent engine. After finally getting some seat time, it’s clear that the Shelby lives up to the hype. Sure, it’s effortlessly fast and a bargain, but the screaming motor and stellar exhaust note is what makes this one of the most special cars on sale.Ford Shelby Mustang G350H/O: Ford Shelby Mustang G350 4

Ford Shelby Mustang G350Out on the track, the magnetic dampers and updated tires make good use of the power. The motor is addictively powerful and the chassis is well-suited to handle it, with massive tires allowing you to brake later and get back on the gas sooner. Handling is fantastic, with perfectly weighted steering delivering a lot of feedback.The aforementioned 5.2-liter V-8 is a flat-plane crank motor. Unlike a traditionally rumbly American V-8, the “Voodoo” motor is laid out like a Ferrari V-8. It’s a more balanced and exotic way to build a motor, allowing the GT350 to rev to a stratospheric 8,200 revolutions per minute redline. Not only does that make it pull hard long after most engines would have run out of breath, but it also makes the engine note amazing.Aerodynamics were also adjusted. The updated Shelby produces less lift at high speeds thanks to a tweaked front end and a new rear spoiler. Buyers can option a “gurney flap,” an extension to the rear spoiler that further increases downforce.Source: Ford Motor Co.